I never would have thought to make this Slow Cooker Peanut Clusters Candy Recipe in the slow cooker! Now, I think some people ...

Candy making can be a tricky art to master; many recipes involve thermometers, precision, and quite a bit of patience. Thankfully, some sweet treats can be made much easier using a slow cooker.

Last week's column sent readers zipping me e-mails almost as soon as the newspaper hit the doorstep or Internet. Certain recipe requests trigger reader answers. Sweets from candy to cakes and breads ...

Trisha Yearwood's Slow Cooker Chocolate Candy, from "Home Cooking with Trisha Yearwood." (Clarkson Potter Publishing) Trisha Yearwood's Slow Cooker Chocolate Candy Makes 30 to 40 pieces 2 pounds ...